Features

Art of craft on show at Indian Ocean Triennial
A stunning array of craft-based artists reflect on the medium's power to penetrate the contemporary art world.

Women at the height of their artistic powers
Writer Alison Carrol describes Bendigo exhibition profiling female Islamic artists as a powerful reckoning.

Sustainable productions and ABC drama ‘Fires’: a case study
Tanzy Owen talks about her work as sustainability consultant on Fires, and the free resources available to all productions wanting…

Breaking barriers with art in regional Australia
A recent panel at Meeting Place 2021 discussed the arts' significant role in strengthening community in regional Australia.

Does online performance have a post-pandemic future?
Artists, teachers and arts administrators reflect on the future of theatre and comedy online, including questions of access and engagement.

Creating a 'trust mark' for inclusivity
What would an Inclusion Code of Conduct for the arts look like? Arts Access Australia tackles the objectives.

The Newsreader – Creator Michael Lucas talks ambiguity, archives and the 80s
The creator and producer of the ABC's new drama, The Newsreader, talks about his inspiration for the show and gives…

Commercial galleries prosper against the odds
Four major commercial galleries across Australia share how they have been riding the wave of a market boom with uniquely…

Revolutionary futures can be imagined
Meeting Place 2021 launched its online forum with a bang this year as keynote speakers offer reflections to overcome ableism…

The Novel Cure: How books can soothe what ails you
Reading can be a safe harbour and a good self-care remedy in these anxious times.